Chesapeake Outdoor Group is pleased to announce the 12th Annual 12-Ounce Regatta on Saturday, August 15 to benefit Annapolis Community Boating, at the Eastport Democratic Club in Annapolis from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The 12-Ounce Regatta is an annual fundraising event hosted by Chesapeake Outdoor Group (COG). Entrants build model sailboats from a collection of standard materials purchased from COG in advance of race day. The core ingredients are a six-pack of beer (root beer for the Kid’s Class), tape, and a hanger. The completed boat must fit entirely in a 5-gallon bucket. The boats are raced throughout the day in a pond that COG purpose-builds for the regatta.
Electric fans propel the boats down the racecourse. Prizes are awarded to the top competitors in each of the four racing classes and although it is nice to win, creativity in boat design is also rewarded. The regatta is a full-day event held at The Eastport Democratic Club, with live music and food and drinks available for purchase.
Open to the public, spectators are encouraged to cheer on the racers and participate in other activities throughout the day including a silent auction and “duck racing”.
Keeping in line with our motto of “Philanthropy and fun, meshed into one,” proceeds from each year’s events are donated to local charities. To date, COG has donated more than $32,000.00 through funds raised during the 12-Ounce Regatta events. This year, proceeds will be donated to two deserving organizations: Annapolis Community Boating and SPCA of Anne Arundel County.
Annapolis Community Boating seeks to promote boating on the Chesapeake by providing affordable public access to a cooperative boating location and on-the-water educational programs. SPCA of Anne Arundel County provides shelter and humane care for homeless animals in need and work as advocates for animal welfare in our community.
To learn more about COG, to make a donation or for information on becoming a sponsor, participant or vendor please visit chesapeakeoutdoor.org/12-oz-regatta.
Chesapeake Outdoor Group is a 501(c)3 organization with a vision of expanding relationships around the Chesapeake region, while engaging in various philanthropic and recreational outdoor activities. If you would like to become a sponsor and help raise money for our charity this year you can donate cash or items for our silent auction. All monies raised at the 12oz Regatta event will be donated to local charities.
